Auld Reekie is envied for the breathtaking architecture of both the historic Old Town and the classical Georgian New Town –both designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
All that said, plenty of incredible buildings have been bulldozed – and as they say, when they’re gone they’re gone.
Scroll through our picture gallery to see 17 Edinburgh buildings we wish were still standing today.
13. George Square
Built a decade before the American War of Independence, the south side of George Square was demolished in the early 1960s to make way for a new library for Edinburgh University. Photo: Unknown
14. Waverley Market and roof garden
Built in 1875, the original Waverley Market featured an attractive and symmetrically laid out roof garden with an abundance of plants and flowers and places to sit. It was demolished a century later for the current shopping centre. Photo: UNKNOWN
15. Victoria Street
Considered one of Edinburgh's finest streets, Victoria Street was significantly altered in 1967 when the top end was demolished to make way for a new council headquarters. Photo: Unknown
16. North British & Mercantile Insurance building, Princes Street
The grand North British & Mercantile Insurance building fell in 1966 despite significant opposition from heritage campaigners. Photo: Unknown